Hart, a major high-speed rail proponent, noted Biden's own interest in transit issues in an email he sent to his own network inviting people to come:

Vice President Biden was elected to the U. S. Senate from Delaware at the age of 29, becoming one of the youngest people ever elected to the United States Senate. The young Senator commuted home to Delaware from Washington by train every night. He continued that practice for his 36 years in the Senate and from that day to this, Joe Biden has been a strong supporter of labor, transportation, technology and infrastructure. We are pleased the Vice President will spend some quality time with our guests, ATTENDANCE IS VERY LIMITED. Contribution levels are Host $10,000; Guest $5,000. More details will follow, but please get back to me ASAP to reserve your place at this intimate meeting with Vice President Biden.